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Who Are We?

The Indian River Dog Training Club, Inc. (IRDTC), is a 501(c)4 not-for-profit corporation formed in November of 1975, sanctioned by the State of Florida, and licensed by the American Kennel Club. The club's indoor, climate-controlled facility is located between Palm Bay Road and U.S. 1, at 1651 Robert J Conlan Blvd. NE, in Palm Bay, Florida.

Anyone can take classes or enter club events but becoming a member makes you part of the IRDTC family. IRDTC is a community of dog training enthusiasts who not only enjoy getting together to train and have fun with their own canine companions but who also work hard to help others in the community learn how to train and possibly compete with their dogs as well. Members also give their time to hosting the various trials, shows and other special events that bring high-level competitive events to our local area several times each year. In return, members have the opportunity to take classes at discounted prices and have access to a really nice, indoor, climate-controlled facility where they can train their dogs.

If you're interested in becoming a member and would like to learn more about it, check out the Become A Member page!

Opportunities to Train

IRDTC offers a variety of training classes, geared both towards pet parents and those who are thinking about competing:

Obedience Classes at all levels, whether you just want a well-behaved canine companion or are hoping to compete as a dog and handler team.
AKC STAR Puppy Classes, so you can help your puppy get a good start in life.
And lots of extras--Conformation Handling, Teacup Agility, AKC Rally, Tricks and Scent work for those who are ready to go beyond the basics and start having some real fun!
Click to see an overview of all upcoming offerings: Class Schedule

Opportunities to Compete

IRDTC provides various local opportunities to compete in AKC Obedience & Rally, AKC Agility, and Teacup Agility throughout the year:

AKC Obedience Trials, previously held at the Melbourne Auditorium in Melbourne, FL, now to be held at our new location in Palm Bay, FL, in Feb. and July.
AKC Rally Trials, to be held separately from Obedience Trials, but also in our new facility, scheduled for May, Sept, and Nov.
TDAA Teacup Agility Trials at our training facility in Palm Bay, with trials scheduled in Jan., Apr., and Oct.